Inverted Stewart/Gough Platform

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This machine, constructed from three Makelangelos and laser-cut acrylic pieces, is a stewart/gough platform with six degrees of freedom. It can be used in flight simulators, space shuttle attachments to the ISS, and advanced milling machines. The inverted design makes it more affordable and easier to assemble. DXF files for the acrylic pieces are available. To build it, cut three motor mounts, four edges, and a top; attach the steppers and arduinos; secure bobbins on stepper shafts with set screws; wind 36" of string onto each bobbin and thread through holes; slot motor mounts into the top plate's grooves; attach six strings to the end effector; connect power and USB to each component; install firmware (not yet released); and run Java code (also not yet released).